Fiction and Copy Decoded
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Here's What I Said at the End of 2013
In this episode I talk a little bit about what I wrote about at the end of 2013 about planning and motivation (plus some other things so it's not 100% identical to back then, because who wants that). Become a supporter of this podcast: https://an
That Time Spending Money Scared Me a Little...
In this episode, I chat about one of the scarier things that happened to me (or that could have happened), and how you can use it to generate ideas for your writing, no matter if you write fiction, copy, or both. Become a supporter of this podcast: htt
Goofy and the Dual Nature of Copywriters
In this episode, I talk about one of my favorite cartoon dogs and briefly summarize a book he was in. If you're a business owner or copywriter, you'll discover something you can do to add value (and perhaps dough) to your bottom line if you're ever "stuck
What a Cartoon Duck Can Teach You about Fiction and Email
In this episode, I chat about one of my favorite cartoon duck characters, and how he can help you write more engaging fiction and copy. 2018 was a great year so far. Thank you so much, and here's to an awesome start to 2019. Become a supporter of this p
A Well-Known Mouse Taught Me Some Things...
In this episode, I talk about how one of my favorite cartoon characters can help you be a snappier writer Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/fiction-and-copy-decoded/support
Episode 25: Target Ads, World-Building, and Avid Fans
In this episode, I chat about a time my brother told me something I didn't know about an action figure, which inspired me to reflect on a massive media franchise and getting people interested in what you have to say. Become a supporter of this podcast:
Episode 24: How a Grade-School Activity Can Improve Your Fiction and Copy
In this episode, I talk about a school activity you might have gone through (a fun one) that helped prepare you for writing and business. And I mention a couple of them from my own life. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/fiction-and
Episode 23: Why I Think Science Fiction and Fantasy Stories Are the Best
In this episode, I rave about the number one reason (in my opinion) science fiction and fantasy stories are so cool (and give some ideas about how to construct the story part they depend on the most). Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.
Episode 22: Avoid Flat, Roadkill Emails with This...
In this episode, I jaw about how to hedge against having your emails deleted if you're a copywriter, by combining storytelling and pain or yearning (so to speak). Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/fiction-and-copy-decoded/support
Episode 21: Fiction Writers Can Do This, but Copywriters Can't (Mostly)
In this episode, I talk about the two ways (generally) stories are started, and how fiction writers can work it from more angles than copywriters can, and why (my opinion, of course). Become a supporter of this podcast: https://anchor.fm/fiction-and-co